Advisors & Associate

Vikas Chaturvedi is a financial strategist and advisor to leading multinational corporations across India and Europe. With deep expertise in global finance, policy engagement, and cross-border business expansion, he plays a pivotal role in fostering economic collaboration between the two regions. His contributions have been recognized by multiple government bodies and institutions, reflecting his influence and leadership within international business and investment ecosystems.

Himanshu Niranjani is a seasoned technology leader with over 25 years of global experience across Microsoft, Amazon, LinkedIn, Meta, and Verizon. As the founder of Agile Catalyst and Be Human Capital, he has driven innovation at the intersection of advanced technology, business transformation, and human-centered design. At Aarava, he is the architect of the company’s AI-enabled digital mining ecosystem, developing intelligent platforms that enhance operational efficiency, predictive decision-making, and safety across mining operations. His leadership blends strategic vision, deep technical expertise, and an entrepreneurial mindset—positioning Aarava at the forefront of digital transformation in the global mining sector.

P. L. Sharma is a distinguished expert in urban planning and infrastructure development with a notable career in public sector leadership. As the former Chief Town Planner for the Government of Gujarat, he played a pivotal role in shaping the state’s modern urban landscape and development frameworks. His experience continues to guide large-scale planning, regulatory strategy, and sustainable infrastructure execution at a national and international level.

With more than three decades of experience in the Banking and Financial Services industry, Vikram Kaushal brings extensive expertise across investment advisory, wealth management, liabilities and branch banking, and mortgage solutions. His deep sector knowledge and strategic perspective support strong financial planning, capital structuring, and long-term growth outcomes.

Sachin Pawar brings over 27 years of specialized experience across copper, nickel, cobalt, PGEs, gold, and coal processing. He has engineered and optimized more than 300 processing systems across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. As a key technical leader, he drives innovation in extraction methodologies, process design, and metallurgical performance.

Harshal Rajpara is an entrepreneurial finance professional with a strong background in banking, investment, and portfolio management. With demonstrated success in building financial ecosystems and fostering strategic business relationships, he supports corporate growth, investment structuring, and high-value advisory initiatives.

With over 40 years of experience in mineral exploration, ore-body modeling, and resource estimation, Dr. Shyama Prasad Manna leads geological due diligence and technical validation across all Aarava projects. His expertise includes global reporting standards such as JORC and NI-43-101, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidence in resource assessments.

Mahesh Vyavhare is an experienced process engineering specialist with more than two decades of experience in product development, automation, and project execution. His work spans multiple sectors including automotive, pharmaceuticals, defense, and mining. Recognized for his forward-thinking approach and technical innovation, he contributes to advanced engineering solutions and scalable industrial efficiency.